奥の院八大竜王

Japanese Name奥の院八大竜王
PrefectureShizuoka
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityYatagarasu
Coordinates34.7397749, 137.7309576

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About this Shrine

Located in the town of Ito, Shizuoka Prefecture, the shrine is dedicated to the eight great dragons (yōtō) known as the 'Ōtōin Yatagarasu'. According to legend, these deities were brought from the heavens by three imperial messengers and enshrined at this site. The shrine complex features a unique ' dragon hall' with a curved roof resembling a dragon's back.

Cultural Significance

As a Shinto shrine dedicated to dragon deities, Ōtōin is particularly notable for its association with the mythological creature Ryūjin, the Dragon God of the Sea. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in autumn to honor these powerful deities.

Enshrined Deities

Ryūjin Yatagarasu

Location

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